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    Computer Help Needed......

    Can you please advise me. I'm having some problems. I'm currently running the latest version of Girlfriend and I've been having some problems lately. I've been running the same version of DrinkingBuddies 1.0 all along as my primary application, and all the girlfriend releases have always...
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    Really Terrible Joke.....!!

    While riding one day, a Cowboy met an Indian riding along<br /> with a dog and sheep and he began a conversation:<br /> <br /> <br /> Cowboy: "Hey, nice dog you got there Mind if I speak to him?"<br /> <br /> <br /> Indian: "Dog no talk "<br /> <br /> <br /> Cowboy: "Hey dog, how's it...
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    This just in.....

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - A White House source stated that Congress is<br />considering awarding Vice-President Cheney the Medal of Freedom, the nation's<br />highest civilian commendation, for his act of bravery in shooting an<br />attorney. The source was quoted to say, " All Americans have wanted...
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    Search Function Seems to Be Working Again!!

    This was worth the wait.!!<br /><br />It would have truly been a shame to loose all the posts in the archive!!<br /><br />Well done iboats!! ;)
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    Need A VPN ???

    Some folks might ask:<br /><br />1. "What is a VPN ??" and<br />2. "Why would I want one??"<br /><br />A VPN is a Virtual Private Network. Computers are connected by a secure tunnel (encrypted) to each other across the Internet . All data that passes thru the tunnel can't be seen by anyone...
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    Anyone playing with a Linksys WRT54G??

    Anyone else having a good time playing with the aformentioned router??
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    Sony...Rootkit Surprise...

    This has been getting more than just a little attention lately.....<br /><br /> Link... <br /><br /> Link ...<br /><br /><br />You can jump over to the GRC website GRC and d/l an MP3 and text file (to follow along with the show) explaining all this stuff....<br /><br />Seems that Sony is...
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    '69 Lightwin 4hp - does it have a tell-tale?

    Welcome to iboats !<br /><br /><br />The two rows of holes are idle relief ports. When the motor is running, hold your hand next to those holes. Your hand should get wet from the spray of cooling water. If you don't have that fine spray of water from these holes, it's time for a water pump...
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    Disaster Recovery ...(computer stuff).......

    OK, bear with me for awhile........<br /><br />Have you ever booted your computer, only to get an error message, that Windows can't load? Perhaps all you got was some cryptic error message code like 0X000000CF8 bla bla bla??<br /><br />This can certainly make a grown man cry, not to mention the...
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    Computer Software Utility.......

    Here's a solution for folks that seem to collect a lot of extraneous files on their systems. Best of all, it's free. CCleaner
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    Merc. 25hp 92'

    Mercury 25HP 1992 ??<br />Serial# 0D085081 (this from welch plug and transom mount)<br />Model # 1025312MD ??<br />Friends motor, not mine.<br /><br /><br />Just a couple of issues, questions on motor above. This last weekend, replaced 13 year old impeller. Old impeller had 3 wiper arms going...
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    OUCH !!! OUCH !!! OUCH !!!

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    Identity Theft - Guerilla Tactics

    I've had these tips for awhile and thought a few folks might take some advice. The old adage, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" sure fits here.<br /> <br /><br />1. The next time you order checks have only your initials (instead of first name) and last name put on them. If...
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    RANT!! What would you think ???

    Something happened last weekend that really frosts my A$$.<br /><br />My lady friend (Mary) donates blood at a local church every year, for the last 12 years to be exact.<br />This year was no exception, she donated blood last Saturday.<br />She works at a hospital as a PCT (2 years).<br />She...
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    Mariner 40HP Ignition Switch

    I have a buddy that has a Mariner 40HP (40EL)outboard , Serial 6E9-L-422136 (1986??)<br /><br />Seems finding an ignition switch is becoming a real problem. I tried iboats parts, no go. <br /><br />Any links to find the exact part??<br /><br />He thanks all in advance for any help.
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    Ad-Aware...New Free Version !

    OK, you all know the drill...Download this puppy and install.<br /><br />It's best to un-install your previous versions before installing this newer version.<br /><br /> Ad-Aware SE Personal Edition
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    Lord of The Ring

    The Lord of The Ring.....<br /><br />In 1957, he was eight years old . He lived in a furnished garden apartment on Elizabeth Street on the South side of Chicago with his mother and twin sister. One day, his mother and sister went shopping , leaving him home alone. Being adventurous and in...
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    Mercury 25HP Year ???

    Friends Electric start 25hp Merc. started showing signs of dropping a cylinder. Motor ran great last season. <br />I pumped primer bulb while underway , no change,still stuttering-power loss, so fuel pump seems ok. Does this at all RPM's.<br /><br />I suspect possible water in fuel as friend...
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    Draft for FAQ-- Electric Starter Circuit Diagnosis

    The following is a description of a typical electric starter circuit. While the circuit<br />shown is generic by nature, the basic concepts can be used as a starting point in<br />the troubleshooting process for your application. Additional steps needed to<br />troubleshoot and maintain the...
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    Mariner 40EL--Ign.Switch

    Buddy of mine needs an ignition switch for what he claims is a '86 Mariner 40HP.<br /><br />Mariner 40EL<br />6E9-L-422136<br /><br />I need the part number and source for same.<br /><br />Thanx in Advance
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